Mountains and Waters Alliance: Coming events September 6 and 7, and a blessing

There is a flood of energy happening around the book. I am astonished and simply grateful, following the energy to see what will happen.

I’m highlighting a few events, and linking here to the full schedule of book travels.

September 6, 4-6 Central Time online:

Talk and dialogue, embedded in a ceremony to bless the whole earth and all beings. Free, registration requested. Led by  Shodo Spring and Qayyum Johnson.

 September 7, 12-4 Central Time, Celebration of book launch.

local in Faribault/Northfield, Minnesota. At the farm (write here for address and directions). Potluck at noon, book-related event about 2, followed by a blessing ceremony, and general merriment throughout.

Then travels all fall, beginning with Minnesota (including a one-day retreat and a few talks and things) – see the schedule for details –

then I want to mention this:

October 16-19, Earth Apprentice Retreat

at Zen Center North Shore in Massachusetts. Co-led with host teacher Joan Amaral. (I’m excited about this. It will be relaxed and good practice, including zazen, hiking, and beach time.) Information and registration here.

Two short notes:

In April 2026, we are planning a community retreat here at the farm in Minnesota.

I am trying to get set up with Venmo, but something is not working. The button on the donation page is working. Some people have offered dana to support the trip. I don’t sell books through the website, but do sell them in person.

I offer you the Shantideva prayer, so relevant for these times.

May I become at all times, both now and forever
A protector of those without protection
A guide for those who have lost their way
A ship for those with oceans to cross
A bridge for those with rivers to cross
A sanctuary for those in danger
A lamp for those without light
A place of refuge for those who lack shelter
And a servant to all in need
For as long as space endures,
And for as long as living beings remain,
Until then may I, too, abide
To dispel the misery of the world.

Love and blessings to you all,

Shodo

For Mountains and Waters Alliance